I used to think that rowing in socks would be nigh on impossible, but if your technique is good, it's completely fine. In fact, it helps avoid poor technique at the end of the stroke. Lots more good advice - I did my warm-down to this today... after taking my shoes off, of course.
I spent a few years rowing barefoot, which felt fine, except for the callouses/soreness developing on the smaller toes from the strap. Never really sorted that issue out, aside from plasters, so just use socks now 😁 My main reason(s) for going shoeless/barefoot were, as you say, better connection to the footplate, but also, sweating. My trainers were just soaked after a long session. I do tend to sweat a lot, especially playing squash. I tried playing squash in my socks and - would you believe it - a complete disaster 🤣🤣🤣
Have tried rowing in socks, but can't say yet whether it works better for me. However, if nothing else, rowing in socks now and then definitely helps to keep things interesting. Since this is a deep dive on socks, one follow up question: Do you have any recommendations on the type of socks that work best?
Problem I'm having i think is the type of sock. They keep riding down when in the heal cup then its uncomfortable and I have to stop and fix it. So I'm not sure if its the type of sock or the way my foot is moving in the cup
I recently started rowing in socks after years of rowing wearing running shoes and now I definitely prefer socks. The transition was pretty painless and the only downside I've found is that in the chilly weather rowing in my garage my toes get cold.
I've tried, however with each stroke, at the catch, the heel cups "pop" off my heels and won't stay put. Intolerable. So I'm fully committed to shoes. Pity, because I would like to row socks or barefoot
Take a look at how much of a heel lift you have - there's a machine at my gym where this happens to me, but it's actually a great way to let me know I'm raising my heels too high.
@@rowalong thank you. I admittedly do have poor ankle mobility, resulting in a greater heel lift when at the proper catch position...when I get my shins to vertical, I have approx 2-3 inches of lift off the foot plate, with the stretchers set to have one exposed hole protruding at the top (size 11.5 US shoe)
Hey, to get better at rowing and overall endurance/ aerobic fitness, should I be rowing everyday? Or so it okay to take two rest days in a week? My current rest days are wednesdays and sundays and I’m not sure what Intesity I should be going at each day or if I should even be taking two rest days. Do you have a reccomended rowing training schedule you could reccomended?
Hi Kaylee, sorry for the delay replying. I took some time off over Easter. Unless you’re training for real performance gains, I’d suggest no more than 5 days rowing a week. It sounds like you’ve spread your rest days well - but if you’re ever feeling tired, and need to take another rest day - do. It’s important to let your body recover. As to a rowing schedule, you know, I don’t have a “General Fitness” schedule. My playlists are all either performance based, or just a variety of different rows. I’ll set about making something- but you may want to look at my 30 Days of 30 minute rows Playlist while you wait?
And chances are, that’ll totally be what’s best for you. But maybe - if you have alternatives, give them a try. Or of nothing else, take a look at whether raising or lowering the foot straps makes any difference.
Made the migration from CrossFit shoes to socks only. Feels much better. Another good video.
I used to think that rowing in socks would be nigh on impossible, but if your technique is good, it's completely fine. In fact, it helps avoid poor technique at the end of the stroke. Lots more good advice - I did my warm-down to this today... after taking my shoes off, of course.
I am glad you explained this but I am not sure I am yet convinced :)
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Hahah. It's worth trying. Barefoot is even better as you heels won't slip out of the heelcups.
I spent a few years rowing barefoot, which felt fine, except for the callouses/soreness developing on the smaller toes from the strap. Never really sorted that issue out, aside from plasters, so just use socks now 😁 My main reason(s) for going shoeless/barefoot were, as you say, better connection to the footplate, but also, sweating. My trainers were just soaked after a long session. I do tend to sweat a lot, especially playing squash. I tried playing squash in my socks and - would you believe it - a complete disaster 🤣🤣🤣
Good video, very helpful.
Have tried rowing in socks, but can't say yet whether it works better for me. However, if nothing else, rowing in socks now and then definitely helps to keep things interesting. Since this is a deep dive on socks, one follow up question: Do you have any recommendations on the type of socks that work best?
Never had an issue with rowing in socks, only reason I row in socks, is less stuff to faff with to get ready for a row.
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Problem I'm having i think is the type of sock. They keep riding down when in the heal cup then its uncomfortable and I have to stop and fix it. So I'm not sure if its the type of sock or the way my foot is moving in the cup
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I recently started rowing in socks after years of rowing wearing running shoes and now I definitely prefer socks. The transition was pretty painless and the only downside I've found is that in the chilly weather rowing in my garage my toes get cold.
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I've tried, however with each stroke, at the catch, the heel cups "pop" off my heels and won't stay put. Intolerable. So I'm fully committed to shoes. Pity, because I would like to row socks or barefoot
Take a look at how much of a heel lift you have - there's a machine at my gym where this happens to me, but it's actually a great way to let me know I'm raising my heels too high.
@@rowalong thank you. I admittedly do have poor ankle mobility, resulting in a greater heel lift when at the proper catch position...when I get my shins to vertical, I have approx 2-3 inches of lift off the foot plate, with the stretchers set to have one exposed hole protruding at the top (size 11.5 US shoe)
Hey, to get better at rowing and overall endurance/ aerobic fitness, should I be rowing everyday? Or so it okay to take two rest days in a week? My current rest days are wednesdays and sundays and I’m not sure what Intesity I should be going at each day or if I should even be taking two rest days. Do you have a reccomended rowing training schedule you could reccomended?
Hi Kaylee, sorry for the delay replying. I took some time off over Easter. Unless you’re training for real performance gains, I’d suggest no more than 5 days rowing a week. It sounds like you’ve spread your rest days well - but if you’re ever feeling tired, and need to take another rest day - do. It’s important to let your body recover. As to a rowing schedule, you know, I don’t have a “General Fitness” schedule. My playlists are all either performance based, or just a variety of different rows. I’ll set about making something- but you may want to look at my 30 Days of 30 minute rows Playlist while you wait?
Bare feet me. I am a heavy sweater so szves socks and foot wear.
Hate it tried it Hurt my foot alot .I'll keep my sneakers on ! At home I've also tried water shoes
I have always rowed in shoes, just my normal Nike trainers.
And chances are, that’ll totally be what’s best for you. But maybe - if you have alternatives, give them a try. Or of nothing else, take a look at whether raising or lowering the foot straps makes any difference.
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You seem to be using your upper body much more than the lower
You aren't looking out your knees at all.